LONDON: Valereum Plc (AQSE: VLRM) announced the appointment of Gary Cottle as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with immediate effect. Gary brings a wealth of leadership experience, spanning investment banking, digital infrastructure, and capital markets. His proven track record of strategic execution and innovation will be instrumental as Valereum accelerates its growth strategy and…
Diamond Properties expands industrial portfolio with Ohio acquisitions
CINCINNATI: Diamond Properties, a real estate investment firm, has acquired two industrial properties in Ohio, strengthening its presence in logistics and distribution markets. The properties include 621 Wilmer Avenue in Cincinnati, a 79,544-square-foot industrial facility, and I-271 Commerce Center in Mayfield Village, a 90,560-square-foot facility in the Cleveland metropolitan area. Both assets are fully occupied….
Materna Medical closes $20 million Series B2 funding, announces new product name
MOUNTAIN VIEW: Materna Medical Inc., a women’s pelvic health company, has secured additional funding in its ongoing $20 million Series B2 financing round. New investors GLIN Impact Capital, Wealthing VC Club and Citrine Angels joined the round, led by InnovaHealth Partners and existing backers Wavemaker Three-Sixty Health, Kimera Limited, Women’s Venture Capital Fund and Golden…
U.S. stock markets slide as Israel-Iran tensions spark market jitters
Major Indexes Drop Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty U.S. stocks tumbled Tuesday afternoon as escalating tensions between Israel and Iran fueled fears of deeper U.S. involvement in the conflict, rattling investor confidence. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) plunged more than 300 points, or 0.8%, to 42,190 by 2:10 p.m. Eastern time, hovering near its session low. The S&P 500 (GSPC) slid 0.9%, while the Nasdaq Composite…
Everfield acquires Denmark-based OnlinePOS in Nordic expansion move
RANDERS: Everfield, a European long-term software investor, has acquired OnlinePOS, a Danish provider of point-of-sale (POS) solutions for the hospitality and events sector, marking its first acquisition in Denmark and a significant step in its Nordic expansion. Founded in 2008, OnlinePOS offers a modular POS platform tailored for HORECA businesses, integrating traditional POS functionalities with…
Stearman Resources to acquire NeoCore Uranium in share deal, announces financing
VANCOUVER: Stearman Resources Inc. (CSE:STMN) said Tuesday it has agreed to acquire all outstanding shares of NeoCore Uranium Ltd., a private British Columbia-based company holding a uranium property in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. Under the deal, Stearman will issue 7.5 million common shares at $0.05 per share to NeoCore shareholders. The transaction, expected to close by…
D3 Energy expands helium exploration, hydrogen portfolio with South Australian acquisition
SYDNEY: Australian helium exploration company D3 Energy Ltd. (ASX: D3E) has acquired two exploration permits in South Australia’s Arckaringa Basin, broadening its footprint in the growing helium and hydrogen sector. The acquisition, completed through the purchase of Unleash Energy Pty Ltd., includes exploration permits PEL 121 and PEL 122. The Arckaringa Basin has become an…
Ardurra acquires Florida cultural resource management firm Janus
MIAMI: Ardurra Group Inc., a top U.S. engineering firm, has acquired Tampa-based Janus Research Inc., a 40-year-old cultural resource management (CRM) specialist, in a move that strengthens its ability to handle preservation-related projects in Florida. The deal positions Ardurra, ranked #75 on Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 list, as one of the state’s top three CRM…
Cosentus Holdings acquires Alta Management Solutions to expand healthcare consulting services
SALT LAKE CITY: Cosentus Holdings, a leading provider of integrated business solutions for healthcare practices, has signed an agreement to acquire Alta Management Solutions, a respected firm specializing in medical practice consulting and revenue cycle management (RCM). The acquisition, finalized on May 27, 2025, strengthens Cosentus’ national presence and enhances its service offerings. Based in…
Expert Institute bolsters expert witness services with acquisition of ECLS
New York: Expert Institute, the legal industry’s top provider of expert witness services and litigation intelligence, has acquired ExpertConnect Litigation Support (ECLS), a boutique firm known for its high-profile network of specialists in complex regulatory, commercial, and IP disputes. The deal strengthens Expert Institute’s dominance in the expert witness market, adding ECLS’s roster of elite…
KKR to acquire Zenith Energy in major infrastructure investment
SYDNEY: Global investment firm KKR has signed definitive agreements to acquire Zenith Energy, an independent power producer specializing in hybrid power solutions, from a consortium of investors. Zenith’s founder and management will retain a minority stake in the company. The deal positions Zenith for long-term growth, supported by strong sector fundamentals and macroeconomic tailwinds. The…
Epassi Group acquires VIP District, expands employee benefits platform across Europe
HELSINKI: Epassi Group has acquired Spain-based VIP District, a leading employee rewards and engagement platform, marking a key step in its European expansion strategy. The deal follows Epassi’s recent purchase of U.K. benefits provider Zest and strengthens its presence in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany and the Netherlands. Founded in 2010, VIP District serves more than…